Litigation Attorney

Associate AttorneyAldridge Pite, LLP is currently looking for an Associate Attorney to be responsible for handling litigated matters for the firm, with emphasis on defensive litigation involving residential real estate, title to real property, mortgages and foreclosure. Candidates must have excellent written and oral advocacy skill and experience with all aspects of civil litigation.Specific Duties and ResponsibilitiesManage all aspects of contested litigation stemming from mortgage servicing and/or foreclosure matters.Manage pre-litigation cases and assist with clearing title to real property.Prepare analysis of cases and advise client regarding strategiesDraft court pleadings and motions.Discovery, including taking & defending depositionsAttend hearings, mediations, settlement conference and make court appearances.All other duties as assigned.Job RequirementsBachelor's Degree with a Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.Member of the California state bar, while maintaining all necessary licensing and continuing legal education requirementsMinimum of 2-8 years litigation experience in real estate or mortgage servicing preferred.Demonstrated ability to consistently bill 1920 hours per year*Knowledge of foreclosure process and requirements preferred, but not required.General CompetenciesMust possess strong written and verbal communication skills.Proficiency with Excel and other Microsoft Office products.Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects.Must possess strong organizational skills.Ability to identify and resolve problems quickly.Must be well-versed in the rules of evidence and introducing evidenceKnowledge of consumer protection statutes such as the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act preferred.Ability to manage and prioritize large caseload.In addition to remote work for most positions, we offer a comprehensive benefit program including:Competitive salary range of $90,000 to $110,000Company Paid Life and Disability Insurance plansMedical, Dental and Vision Plans with Prescription coverage401K Retirement Savings PlanFlexible scheduling (within reason, depending on position)Generous PTO plan for all full-time employeesFull equipment station at no cost for remote employees, including dual monitorsEmployee Assistance Plan, offering free 24/7 counseling and consulting services to support emotional health and wellbeingWellness programs and employee discountsLearning and development training opportunities for both personal and professional growthAnd so much more!Aldridge Pite, LLP is fully committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and to attracting, retaining, developing and promoting the most qualified employees without regard to race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state or local law. We are dedicated to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment, and where employees are treated with respect and dignity.